Basseterre

Nature

Saint Kitts

An island in the Lesser Antilles of the Caribbean, forming the federation of Saint Kitts and Nevis together with the island of Nevis. Centered on the town of Basseterre, it draws visitors seeking classic Caribbean beaches and scenery.

Nature

Mount Liamuiga

Mount Liamuiga, a 1,156-meter stratovolcano, rises in the northwest of Saint Kitts and is the island's highest peak. Its summit holds a broad crater that once contained a lake.

Nature

Frigate Bay

Frigate Bay comprises two bays at the northern end of the isthmus connecting the peninsula to the main island of Saint Kitts. Being close to Basseterre, it's a great place to relax on the beach.

Temples & religious sites

Co-Cathedral of Immaculate Conception, Basseterre

A cathedral located in Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis. It's a pleasant place to explore in a calm, tranquil atmosphere.

Nature

St. Kitts Scenic Railway

A narrow-gauge railway line running along the coast of Saint Kitts. It offers a unique way to travel while taking in Caribbean scenery through the window.

Temples & religious sites

St. George's Anglican Church

An Anglican parish church and pro-cathedral in Basseterre, the capital of Saint Kitts and Nevis. It's a modest building worth a quick stop while walking through town.

Nature

Great Salt Pond

A 180-hectare salt pond located on the southeastern peninsula of Saint Kitts. Designated an important bird habitat due to its diverse bird species, it's a great spot for birdwatching.

Heritage & monuments

Berkeley Memorial

The Berkeley Memorial stands at the center of the Circus, Basseterre's main square, featuring a fountain and four clock faces. Each of the four streets leading into the square faces one of the clocks, making the monument hard to miss.